Adopting Modern Models of Education for African Institutions

A nation's growth is dependent on sound education and strengthened systems. To cope with the modern world and the knowledge-driven era of technology, adopting modern ways are the only means to survive in the educational world. Education has enormous benefits and provides greater opportunities for all people hence must be a prioritized possession of any continent.

The minister of education of Sierra Leone David Sengeh, who is co-chair of the 2022 Educational Summit's Advisory Committee made a profound statement concerning reimagining education in Africa and this should be a heart cry of all governments, civil society, students, and young people inclusive. Education in Africa is not the best to speak of as Africa's educational system continues to experience challenges and crises in the areas of equity with regards to the ratio of males to females, quality with regards to students not reflecting and producing what has been taught then as well as teacher efficiency and relevance with regards to the outdated educational systems due to the rapid transformation of society from a manual to a technological one.

The future success of the African continent lies in its youth and how these youth would transform future generations through the current impact they make in society. Education is an effective means to shape the future of the next generation. Investment in education also presents itself as an effective way to the fight against poverty because the ability to hone the skills and talents of the growing youth population will translate into its socioeconomic development. Society has evolved over the years and so has education across the globe. The educational system has transformed from only being held in a physical space to a virtual space now. Hence, the current education system in Africa needs to be modified to meet the modern demands of education to prepare the youth for a better future.

Transitioning To A Digital Educational Model

Across Africa, access to and the usage of technology and digital tools has been a major challenge. There have been issues with internet access, access to mobile phones and mobile internet services, the creation of innovative technology as well as being abreast with basic digital literacy. These lope holes continually challenge the modern reforms in educational institutions. To bridge this gap created as a result of digital transformation, there should be a major investment in Information Communication Technology (ICT), infrastructure to suit this new development and strategic partnerships for internet services and range of technological fields. The various governments must ensure a collaborated effort between their national ICT and Education policy frameworks. This would be fundamental to identifying the right means of education delivery. Investing in digital education, digital literacy and online learning opportunities is crucial for a positive revolution which can facilitate the expansion of digital learning. The world has advanced in the knowledge of science and technology. The existence and activities of man has been made easier and simpler and the ability to adapt to new knowledge in science and technology has also increased therefore the need for the educational system to adopt this model for its institutions. The educational system needs to embrace Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). This model of education encourages innovation and innovative and creative minds explore unknown and unrevealed areas of different fields in this current world. Adopting modern models means investing in research and development. Every institution should view research as a key factor in modern institutions because research is the basics for building innovative and creative ideas. Hence being research based oriented is vital in the African continent.

Stem Education For Development

A collaborative effort by African countries could boost investment in digital technologies for learning. For example, through continental initiatives such as Africa Code Week, digital capacity through coding workshops and teacher training, and girls' digital skills has built, through partnerships with the public, private and non-profit sectors.

The practical aspect of education should be critical to studies because practicality is needed in the working world. Education should prepare students to meet the demands of the business world. Years of traditional and impractical models of teaching have created a great gap between education and the working world as many have not been prepared for the job market. Africa has produced many graduates with book knowledge. The age in which the world finds itself can not enforce this ideology because book knowledge without practical knowledge has failed to meet the needs of this generation. Modern models which is practicals empowered should be embraced. The establishment of Technical Vocational Educational Training (TVET) and it being embodied in educational institutions will make the youth more prepared for the job market either as employees or entrepreneurs. Also, encouraging to TVET programmes can result in skill development which can be aligned with market needs, to nurture the future generations for the job market.

Initially, adopting these modern models will have a financial toll on the African continent because all the transitioning involves huge cost as most nations lack the necessary tools, equipment, establishment of

Institutions must also be willing to adapt to modern models. From basic school level, curricula can also be designed to further encourage non-cognitive skills such as critical thinking, creativity, and emotional intelligence infrastructure, common learning platforms and introduction of regulations that support innovation. and service for this successful transitioning. However, the current state of European nations and others which have adopted modern ways and scouting for improved ways to advance testifies of a better future for Africa and its generation since it would reflect in the socioeconomic development of the continent.

Pragmatic Approach Of Teaching

Institutions must also be willing to adapt to modern models. From basic school level, curricula can also be designed to further encourage non-cognitive skills such as critical thinking, creativity, and emotional intelligence. Teachers need to possess higher skills as learning facilitators and instructional designers, using a wide range of technologies to meet students' varying needs. Teachers are in charge of training the young and the youth must also be equipped and adapt to changes and transitions in order to adopt these modern models and be adept with them. A pragmatic approach to learning is utilized. Teachers used to be repositories of knowledge who impart information by giving the what and not why and how of knowledge. Modern models require teachers to teach how to apply knowledge in practical settings. Both teachers and students should position themselves in such as way that it would give them an upper hand to adjust and adopt to modern models.

African institutions adoption of modern models will be beneficial to individual and collective groups because this model results in empowerment.

Experiencing practical knowledge trains students to understand the brain behind ideas which can be a reflection in their personal life. Being exposed to modern models enables one acquire analytical skills needed o face challenges in practical life more efficiently hence can contribute positively towards an improved life. This ultimately results in making good decision-makers who can contribute positively towards social growth. In addition, through this adoption technological advancements s rapidly experienced.

The transition of the educational system and the technological advancement of the society coupled with preparing the youth for the job market has cushioned the need for Africa's adoption to modern models in educational institutions. The willingness of Africans to become adept in these models will result in a better, improved and advanced continent which is analytical in all its progress.

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